CF Flashcards
What are the regulatory functions of CFTR?
Ion transport (Cl, bicarbonate, Na)
Pulmonary inflammation
Bacterial adherence
Mucus rheology
What ion reuptake is inhibited in CF?
chloride
What is a class I defect in CF?
Most severe
Don’t make the regulator/protein
What is a class II defect in CF?
Most common in this class and overall - deltaF508 Protein is immature
What is a class III defect in CF?
CFTR protein synthesized and placed in membrane but is defunct and energy does not connect G551D most common in this class Secondary messenger activation and regulation dysfunctional
What is a class IV defect in CF?
CFTR protein is synthesized and placed in membrane but chloride ion flow is reduced
What is a class V defect in CF?
CFTR synthesized and processing is partially defective
What is a class VI defect in CF?
CFTR synthesized and placed in membrane but other ion flow is reduced
How do we diagnose CF?
CF sx in one or more organ systems Evidence of CFTR dysfunction Prenatal testing Newborn screens Sweat chloride test
How do we classify an abnormal sweat test?
> 60 no matter the age
How do we classify an intermediate sweat test?
< 6 months: 30-59
> 6 months: 40-59
How do we classify a normal sweat test?
< 6 months: < 30
> 6 months: < 40
What are gastrointestinal presentations of CF?
Meconium ileus Failure to thrive Steatorrhea Low protein problems (Edema, hypoproteinemia, anemia) Electrolyte variability
Which classes tend to have pancreatic insufficiency?
Class I and II
What test is used to test for pancreatic insufficiency?
Fecal elastase testing
Less than 200 indicates insufficiency
What are the general principles for a pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT)?
Enzymes - lipase, protease, amylase
Dose based on lipase unit per weight or fat intake
Coating dissolves in alkaline environments
What are the wt based dosings for < 4 yo in PERT?
1000 units/kg/meal
What are the wt based dosings for > 4 yo in PERT?
500 units/kg/meal
What is the max units per meal?
2500
What kind of meal should PERT be given with?
Fatty snacks
What are the fat based dosings for PERT?
2000 units per 120mL of feedings
Max 2500 units/kg/feeding
Max daily dose of 10,000 units/kg
What vitamins must be started with PERT in every patient?
Fat soluble vitamin replacement
ADEK
What are the RFs for CF-related diabetes?
Advanced age Female Pancreatic insufficiency Increased insulin resistance Decreased insulin production
What is the treatment for CR-related diabetes?
Insulin
What is the intestinal manifestation of CF?
GERD Meconium ileus DIOS Constipation Intussesception Small bowel bacterial overgrowth Rectal prolapse
What causes GERD in patients with CF?
Decreased LES tone
Increased intra-abdominal pressure
Hyperinflated lungs
Chest physiotherapy